Hiring an experienced personal injury lawyer after a pedestrian accident is essential in order to receive proper compensation for damages. They can help you understand your legal rights and ensure that all necessary paperwork is filed correctly.
Read MoreThis article examines the dangers of pedestrian accidents, which are increasingly according to data. It looks at the current data and trends to provide insight into why these accidents are happening and how to prevent them.
Read MoreLearn about the legal consequences of drunk driving in Oregon, where the issue is taken seriously due to high rates of alcohol-impaired driving fatalities. Offenders can face serious penalties, including fines and jail time. Victims of drunk driving injuries may also be eligible for compensation, but navigating complex laws requires experienced personal injury lawyers like those at Pacific Injury Law Firm. They handle all types of motor vehicle accidents caused by impaired drivers and can help victims pursue justice against those responsible.
Read MoreThis article examines the financial cost of drunk driving accidents and the burden it places on victims, their families, and society as a whole. It considers medical costs, legal fees, lost wages, and other expenses associated with these incidents.
Read MoreIn this post we explore the topic of liens in personal injury cases, specifically those filed by the Personal Injury Liens Unit (PIL) in Oregon, which can include liens by the Oregon Health Plan (OHP) and Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF). We provide an example of how OHP may file a lien against a settlement, and discuss steps that injured individuals can take, with the help of an experienced attorney, to report injuries to PIL, negotiate lien amounts, and ensure that payments are made correctly and on time.
Read MoreEvidence is essential in pedestrian accident cases to prove fault and determine the amount of compensation for damages. Evidence can include physical evidence, witness statements, medical records, and other documents.
Read MoreA "wrongful death” lawsuit primarily occurs when an accident causes the death of another person because of negligence. Under Oregon law, ORS 30.020 defines "wrongful death" as a ”death caused by the wrongful act or omission of another." This usually is because of the reckless, negligent, or intentional act of someone else. Mainly, if it weren’t for the actions of another person, the deceased would still be alive.
Read MoreIn Oregon, the devastating reality of drunk driver accident injuries is a reality too many face. From physical trauma to emotional pain, these crashes can leave long-lasting impacts on victims and their families.
Read MoreDuring the time of treatment, insurance may or may not be paying the bills, but medical providers still need to get paid. To protect their interests, these medical providers may request a “Letter of Protection” from the personal injury lawyer to ensure that their bills get paid at the time of settlement.
Read MoreLearn how to navigate the challenges of an accident involving an uninsured driver in Oregon and how Pacific Injury Law Firm can help you recover damages.
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